The producer
Pomerol estate, Chateau Nenin, was acquired by Jean-Hubert Delon – owner of Saint Julien estate Leoville Las Cases – in 1997, and major investments were made in the vineyard and cellar. It was however not until the middle of the 2010s that quality really started improving with reduced yields, better ripeness of the fruit selection, and as such improved wine quality.
Nenin’s 32 hectares are situated just outside the village of Catusseau, and planted to around 80% Merlot, along with some Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Most of the vineyard land is adjacent to the vineyards of Chateau Trotanoy and the vine age is around 35 years. Nenin is one of the larger Pomerol properties.
The wine
The grape composition of Nenin’s Grand Vin varies with vintage conditions and grape ripeness, but generally consists of 80% Merlot along with smaller portions of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The average vine age is around 35 years. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks and ageing lasts around 18 months in French oak barrels, of which 30% are new. Nenin’s are structured and black fruited wines, and generally starts drinking at around 3-5 years of age.
